2001 Bristol Blenheim vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Bristol Blenheim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Bristol Blenheim would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2012 Ford Edge. (285 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Bristol Blenheim.
Because 2001 Bristol Blenheim is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Bristol Blenheim. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bristol Blenheim | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | Blenheim | Edge |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2824 mm |
